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  1. M

    Best place to buy a refurbished macbook air?

    Hello! So I'm in the market for a new computer for doing recording work (voiceover, singing, etc.) and was recommended the macbook air because it's quiet and can be kept right in the booth with the microphone. I think I need one of the older models because my equipment uses the regular usb...
  2. Zdigital2015

    2015 MacBook Pros have returned to the Apple Refurbished Store

    For those in the market for a 2015 15” MacBook Pro, a broad range has returned to the Apple Refurbished Store. https://www.apple.com/shop/refurbished/mac/2015-2018-13-inch-15-inch-macbook-pro Hard to believe Apple is getting $2459 for a decked out 2015, but it’s there for the discerning buyer!
  3. S

    Crazy to wait for 2019 iMacs refurbs?

    Hello all. So, I am finally ready to buy my first iMac, and I'm going to spec it out in order to future-proof it as much as possible. I'm coming from a 2013 MBA, and typically go at least this long between computers, so more is better when I do buy. My question is this: any idea at all when the...
  4. B

    How to know if a 'new' claimed iPad is refurbished?

    Hi all, My 10.5 iPad bent slightly in my backpack, then proceeded to bend more and more until it would no longer turn on. Apple refused to repair it, of course, and so I paid for a replacement. Six months later the 'new' iPad suddenly has lines all across the display and will no longer work...
  5. stuartsippel

    iPhone X Apple refurbished iPhone X

    I noticed Apple recently started offering the iPhone X refurbished... I plan to pick one up, but probably not until late March or Early April. Will it still be available at that point? I wasn't to clear on how long these offers usually last so I'm hoping it doesn't go away in a month...
  6. C

    Refurb iPad 2017 @ £240 or new iPad 2018 @ £290?

    Hi all Looking for an iPad for boring things like email, web and basic docs. There’s a deal at John Lewis with a three year warranty for a space grey 2018 iPad 32GB for £290. Verses an apple refurb 2017 32GB in gold at £240. Ideally I’d like grey but I can get over gold for saving some...
  7. mattme1

    iPhone XR What is the best value to buy now? iPhone X vs XR

    Ok, Black Friday has rolled around and I am stuck trying to determine the best economical route for which iPhone to buy. I am leaving the LG G6 because android is just unreliable and doesn't seem to have the same experience as my ios devices. I have looked on eBay and seen the $550 iPhone X...
  8. Populus

    iPad New 2018 6th gen iPad, F9 factory, China, refurbished???

    Hi folks. Today I bought a brand new iPad 6th gen, new, not refurbished, on the Apple Store with the Black Friday gift card promo. And, to my surprise, when I checked the factory where it was manufactured, it is a possibly refurbished devices factory, the F9 on China. So, my question for you...
  9. Mountaineer304

    Best deal on a 13 inch Macbook Pro with touch bar

    Anyone out there have any leads refurbished doesn't matter
  10. sibby

    Refurbed iMac - best year for a good deal?

    Hi folks, I currently own a 20" early 2009 iMac with 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo and 8 GB RAM and 320 GB SATA, running OS 10.9.5. After heavy use (I work from home) it's been having issues over the past year (occasionally needs fresh power cycle to boot up, grey screen occasionally on start up...
  11. iOSDevGarthSnyder

    Clearance products... any such thing?

    Every time I've ever viewed Apple.com / Refurbished and Clearance / Clearance Items I see nothing but this Anyone EVER see any items at this page ?? https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/browse/home/specialdeals/clearance
  12. C

    iPhone XS Is Apple now shipping Refurb/Returned XS phones as New?

    WTF is this mean: I have a launch day XS that has slight yellow tint, That came from China Foxcom facility directly to me. I ordered another to compare screen quality to make decision on which is better, This unit, that I get Saturday is shipping from Carlisle PA. I looked it up and thats a...
  13. M

    iPhone 8/Plus When will Apple start selling refurbished iPhone 8? Also when will the deals with start on it.

    Thinking of buying an iPhone 8 (Verizon). Is now a good time to buy it or will retailers like Best Buy, Target, etc. start offering deals in the coming months. Thank you for your time and help.
  14. A

    In Warranty changed iPad is new or refurbished?

    Hi. I have some problems with my iPad pro 10.5" modell and I'm going to bring back to the Apple Service, because it has half year Apple warranty. I hope, thats I will get a brand new iPad pro back. (without the box, only the device, as I know) I would like to ask you guys, that do I get back...
  15. H

    Refurb'd or Pre-Owned MacBook Air or PC?

    My son is off to college next month and would like a 13 inch Air. Even on sale, the newest models for 256Gb cost about $1G and Apple itself isn't offering any discounts except to toss in a Beats headphone with purchase. Well, he doesn't need a Beats headset nor do I. So I'm wondering where I...
  16. M

    2017 Refurbished MBP or New 2018 MBP

    Hello everyone! I decided to stick to 13'' MacBook lineup but now I face another challenge... I have an option to either buy 2017 refurbished maxed out MacBook Pro or 2018 almost maxed out MacBook Pro. What should I get? (maxed out) Refurbished 2017 13'' MacBook Pro 3.5 GHz i7 Turbo Boost up...
  17. M

    Maxed out MBP 13'' or MPB 15'' base

    Hello guys! I'm going to college next year and I will need to get a new laptop. I want it to be future proof but at the same time not too expensive. I currently have MacBook Pro 13'' (2015). I love it, but the only concern is that it has 128GB SSD and it's not that future proof. It's not...
  18. B

    Strange - Mac just crashes (Have error report) Any ideas what it could be?

    I just bought a refurbished mbp (not from Apple) and now I'm wondering if I got a lemon or not. I've had it about a week and everything has been working just fine. I moved over from PC and have been pleased at the speed and stability... until today. I was working away all fine for two hours...
  19. D

    Refurbished MacBook Pro in stock in Apple Stores

    Hello, I have a question for those who live in the USA. Specifically, do the Apple Store locations have any refurbished MacBook Pro units in stock for someone to just go in and purchase without ordering online? Thanks for all answers!
  20. pamssmith

    iPhone 7/Plus Upgrade now or wait?

    I've got an iPhone 7 256GB and aside from having my original swapped out a year in because of a faulty battery — I have no complaints. To date, I've never gone with the Plus because they just seem massive. But I'm going to India in August for almost two weeks for work and I'll be doing a fair...